Bush Republicans Say No to Helping Seniors, Disabled Veterans

The economic stimulus package passed by the House lacked rebate checks for 20 million seniors and 250,000 disabled veterans.  Senate Democrats have pushed to include these seniors and veterans, and to extend unemployment benefits, just as we have in past efforts to address economic downturns. Last night, however, the overwhelming majority of Senate Republicans said no.

Posted: 02/07/08 by SDCC Staff | Permalink